As the call for Nigerian youths to get involved in the 2023 presidential and other elections intensifies, Olujonwo Obasanjo, son of former President Olusegun Obasanjo has added his voice to the relentless calls on Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi to vie for the office of the Nigeria’s president come 2023 as timely.
Olujonwo who described Bello as a beacon of hope urged the governor to step up his aspirations in order to create leadership space for the youths.
He made the call when he paid a courtesy visit on the governor on in Abuja.
According to him Nigerian youths have been neglected for too long despite their numerical strength and huge contributions during elections hence the need to engaged them to manifest their aspirations politically.
He said the energy and patriotism of the youths can never be overemphasize noting that at 35-45 of age, current elder statesmen like General Muhammadu Buhari, Gen T. Y. Danjuma, Yakubu Gowon and of course his father, Olusegun Obasanjo were at their best in nation-building.
Envisaging a Yahaya Bello presidency, he harped on the total inclusion of youths in governance a catalyst for fruitful and timely.
The Son of the former president Obasanjo said if nigerians support Governor Bello comes 2023 there is no doubt that youths of competence and patriotic valour under will be be achieved.
While applauding the governor for his efforts in the fight against insecurity, infrastructural development drive and his wise decision and proactive leadership thrust in resolving the food blockade crises, Obasanjo urged Bello to remain resolute in his leadership styles of good governance.
He Maintain that Bello audacity is a big reawakening to Nigerian youths and this has given them more hope and confidence today in Nigeria politics.
In a remark, Governor Bello thanked Olujonwo Obasanjo for the visit and words of encouragement.
Governor Bello expressed believe that when it is time for him to run for presidency, the youths demographic which he represents will give the needed supports.
This is contained in a statement by Chief Press Secretary to Governor, Onogu Muhammed.
